Celebrating excellence in literature, The Stambh Global Literary Award winners have been announced by Cherry Book Awards! Discover the inspiring stories, remarkable achievements, and groundbreaking works of these talented authors who are shaping the literary world.
The winners of The Stambh Global Literary Award are Nihit Mohan, Dr. Sheetal Nair, Suchandra Roychowdhury, Trina Kanungo, Diptii Karaambe, Dr. Mayaa SH, and Anay Jariwala (the young star).
NIHIT MOHAN
Nihit Mohan is a trailblazing author, passionate about crafting literature that inspires personal growth and challenges conventional thinking.
As the author of “What School Doesn’t Teach You,” Nihit provides readers with practical insights into navigating life’s complexities, focusing on essential life skills often overlooked in traditional education.
His work aims to bridge the gap between external achievements and internal fulfillment, empowering readers to understand their potential and navigate personal and professional lives with purpose.
Nihit’s book has received widespread acclaim for its relatable and thought-provoking content, resonating with individuals seeking clarity and purpose in their journey.
Nihit engages with his audience through:
– Podcasts
– Public speaking
– Active participation on platforms like LinkedIn
He initiates discussions around mindset, resilience, and self-empowerment, fostering deeper self-awareness, personal development, and meaningful connections with readers.
Nihit is honored to share his work and contribute to the ongoing conversation about the importance of life skills in shaping a better future.
Key Highlights:
– Author of “What School Doesn’t Teach You”
– Passionate about personal growth and self-empowerment
– Engaging speaker and podcaster
– Active thought leader on LinkedIn
– Committed to inspiring meaningful connections with readers
DR. SHEETAL NAIR
Dr. Sheetal Nair (DSN) is a celebrated author and thought leader with over 15 years of experience in training, coaching, and entrepreneurship. His works have resonated deeply with audiences, making him one of India’s most influential authors.
Educational Background:
- Ph.D. in Training & Development – NCU, Arizona
- Learning Sciences – Harvard Business School
- AI for Business Specialization – University of Pennsylvania
- Diploma in Corporate Law – IIM Calcutta
- MBA in Human Resources – Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies
- M.A. in Clinical Psychology
- Pursuing second Ph.D. – Parul University
Certifications:
- Certified Master Trainer – NSDC & Dale Carnegie
- PFA Counselor – John Hopkins University
- ISO 9001 Lead Auditor – Quality Certification (QGS)
- High-Performance Leadership – Cornell University
- NLP Practitioner – Vitality Living
Literary Achievements: Dr. Sheetal Nair is a bestselling author recognized for his literary contributions to the business and self-help genres:
- The Midas Touch – Amazon Bestseller
- The Monk’s Secret – Amazon & Times Bestseller
- The Subtle Art of Not Thinking – Amazon Bestseller
- Communication Skills – University Textbook
- Advanced Human Resource Management – University Textbook
His books consistently rank among the bestsellers, reflecting his unique ability to engage and inspire a broad readership.
Publications: Dr. Nair’s insights have been featured in numerous prestigious media outlets, including:
- The Times of India
- The Outlook Magazine
- The Indian Express
- Mid-Day
- Business World
- Entrepreneur Magazine
- The Hindu
- The Economic Times
- Mumbai Mirror
- Free Press Journal
- Deccan Chronicle
- The New Indian Express
Awards & Recognition: Dr. Nair has received numerous accolades for his literary work and leadership:
- Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Award (2023) – Govt. of India
- No.1 Entrepreneur to Watch in 2023 – Honored by Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of Finance & Corporate Affairs
- Times Icon (2022)
- Badge of Honor (2021) – Govt. of Gujarat
- Amazon Bestseller – 2020, 2021, 2022
- Ranked 15th in Top 50 Influential Authors of India (2022)
- Ranked 42nd in Top 50 Influential Authors of India (2021)
Entrepreneurial Ventures: Dr. Nair is a serial entrepreneur and Director of DSSG Bespoke Solutions Pvt. Ltd., as well as a brand franchise owner with Tea Post Pvt. Ltd. His entrepreneurial work complements his literary achievements, particularly in advancing corporate training and personal growth.
Influence & Reach: Dr. Nair’s influence extends beyond books. His work in corporate leadership, mental health, and personal development has reached diverse audiences through public speaking engagements, including TEDx Talks.
SUCHANDRA ROYCHOWDHURY
Incorrigible bibliophile, travel enthusiast and art aficionado, Suchandra lives with her husband and son in Bayshore, Singapore. Suchandra has been a student of English Literature and obtained the degree of Master of Arts from Presidency College, Calcutta and pursued MPhil in the University of Calcutta.
“The Shotgun Wedding” is her first attempt in essaying a novel, inhabited by characters caught in an outlandish satire in a remote village in West Bengal, India. The bizarre socio-political dynamics unfolding between a newly appointed young lecturer hailing from cosmopolitan Calcutta and the inhabitants of rural Bengal make way for a rather comic narrative, interspersed with romance and mistaken identities. Currently, her debut novel is on the Best Seller List of Aleph Book Company, as well as being shortlisted Women AutHer Awards 2023 by the Times of India Group.
You will find The Shotgun Wedding quite easily on Amazon.
Achievements for the book: The Shotgun Wedding
1. Book Launch and talk i Kolkata Literature Festival on March 11, 2022. Organised by writers’ and booksellers guild.
2. Featured in the bestseller segment for Fiction by Aleph Book Company.
3. Longlisted for The Auther Awards by The Times of India
4. Featured in the list of Top Emerging Indian Achievers by India Today, March 2023 edition.
5. Featured in India Thrive as India’s favourite authors from Singapore.
6. Winner of Best Debut Author in Romcom Category by Glorious India Award 2022.
7. featured as a gifted literary star by Cherry Book Awards, 2023.
TRINA KANUNGO
Trina Kanungo, hailing from Hindmotor, West Bengal, a postgraduate in Mathematics and Computing from IIT-ISM Dhanbad, currently serves as an Assistant Manager (Scale 2 Officer) at ECGC Ltd in Mumbai, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India.
Beyond her professional role, Trina’s passions lie in Indian Fine Arts and Literature. Her academic journey includes a stellar record, having excelled consistently, notably securing top positions in various contests and examinations since her schooling years.
In extracurricular activities, she has a rich history of achievements, from winning Inter School Mock Parliament competitions to securing positions in debates and yoga competitions. Trina’s literary contributions shine brightly, being a co-author of numerous anthologies in English and Bengali literature. Her literary prowess has been recognized through multiple awards and accolades, including the Bankim Chandra Chatterjee Kala Samman Award, Tagore Sahitya Samman, Sylvia Plath Memorial Award, Mahadevi Verma Sahitya Shiromani Award, Banabhatta Saahityik Puraskar , Bharatendu Harishchandra Book Prize,Nazrul Sahitya Samman 2023 and the Navya Naari Samman. She has been awarded Honorary Doctorate on “Peace and Meditation” by the Grace Ladies Global Academy in the year 2022 for her tireless contribution to the society towards fitness goals through yoga and meditation.
Her commitment to continuous learning is evident through completing a certificate course in Macroeconomic Diagnostics funded by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Institute in 2023.
In addition to her professional and academic achievements, Trina’s interests in Indian Fine Arts, literature, yoga, and painting illustrate a multifaceted individual dedicated to both personal and intellectual pursuits. Her contributions across diverse fields showcase a remarkable dedication to her passions.
DIPTII KARAAMBE
Diptii Karambe, the visionary founder of Modak Factory, has beautifully woven her passion for traditional Indian sweets into a thriving business, delivering homemade modaks to countless homes. Her entrepreneurial journey is a testament to her deep cultural roots and unwavering spirit. However, her story extends beyond sweets; it is also deeply intertwined with her advocacy for holistic education, particularly through her co-authored book, “Sarvavyaapi Siksha.”
Leaving a high-paying corporate job to focus on her family, Diptii’s love for Lord Ganesha and the cultural significance of modaks ignited her entrepreneurial spark, leading to the creation of Modak Factory. With small capital, she transformed her passion into a well-known business that produces thousands of modaks during festivals, celebrating tradition and devotion.
In addition to her business endeavors, Diptii’s commitment to education shines through in “Sarvavyaapi Siksha.” This enlightening book serves as a guiding light for parents, educators, and advocates of holistic, inclusive education. Inspired by her son Arnav’s experiences, Diptii’s exploration of Waldorf education has deepened her understanding of its profound impact on child development. Her dedication to sharing the treasures of Waldorf education makes her an enchanting and compelling voice in the field.
Diptii’s personal journey is marked by resilience and love, as she faced two bilateral ectopic pregnancies and gave birth to Arnav through IVF. These challenges, along with Arnav’s experiences in school, further fueled her advocacy for Steiner education. Her transformative journey highlights the power of love and determination, making her an inspiring figure for many.
Beyond her entrepreneurial success, Diptii is immensely spiritual and deeply interested in occult science. She continuously seeks deeper meaning in life, harnessing her psychic energy and intellectual curiosity to explore the world around her. Her qualities of solitude, non-materialism, self-reliance, and introspection contribute to her unique demeanor.
Through both Modak Factory and her advocacy for holistic education, Diptii Karambe continues to inspire and empower others. She embodies the beauty of tradition, devotion, and the pursuit of one’s passions while maintaining a profound spiritual connection and quest for deeper truths in life. Her journey serves as a powerful reminder of the impact one individual can have in the realms of business and education.
DR. MAYAA SH
Mayaa SH is a name that resonates with the doctrine of powerful feminism and advocacy of championing the rights of women across the country. A globally acclaimed literary genius she has broken the stereotypical notion of the mindset that limits women to be achievers at par excellence.
Mayaa SH also known as Mayaa Devi, Mayaa Tai, Mayaa Di, Mayaa Audio SH, Pushpa ‘The Fire’ , Padma Of The East, Lady Robin Hood , Lady Karl Marx,MS Dhoni Of Writing , Female Chulbul Pandey and Lady Gandhi is a known name in Contemporary Literature.She is a Multi-National and State Award Winner, a thirteen times a World Record Holder, An Artist, a Podcaster, a Record Chart Topping International Fastest Anthology Co-Authoress and has been chosen as number 1 The Modern Literary Stars Of India, 2022 by Cherry Book Awards for making valuable contribution to Contemporary Indian Literature.
Mayaa SH is an Indian authoress, writer, thinker, essayist, and a women empowerment culturist who has had a deep influence on the ideological theories and practices of the women’s ideology of self belief and motivation in life. Her contemporary prose work has highlighted onto break so many stereotypes about women and their power of self belief.
Mayaa SH’s literary contributions have touched upon many issues and daily challenges of women. Mayaa SH a gender equality exponent to position and contextualize her work within the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. She has depicted gender inclusivity and equality through her certifications from the United Nations and powerful writings on Feminism, Gender Equality, Transforming Vision Into Action: Transmogrification on Transgender Community and Mental Health Awareness Topics. Her work depicts the identity, economic and social freedom of many. She has co-authored more than hundred and fifty plus anthologies with fourteen solo books and has been aligned with more than 86 publication houses. She has been featured in several magazines and women oriented like Tejaswi – The Imperishable on Women Power and Honour including few international magazines. Her first poem “The Candle In The Wind” made her win an Award at the National Level.
Mayaa SH navigates many women through stress by deploying talking as a medium to combat stress and fear. She is an expert in suicide prevention and women motivation. Her self help books have helped many to find a ray of hope to rediscover the light within themselves and restart their lives again amidst all impediments.
ANAY JARIWALA (The Young Star)
Anay Jariwala, a passionate and determined boy is unlike any other eight-year-old boy. While most kids his age are content with playing sports and games, This little guy has already written as well as illustrated his debut book, “Galaxy Strike and the New Villains Arise”. This book is no ordinary children’s comic, it is an action-packed space adventure that will captivate readers of all ages.
The story follows a man on a unique mission through the stars. Anay’s writing style is easy to follow, making it accessible to all readers. He takes readers on an exhilarating ride through the universe, filled with excitement and adventure. The dialogue is simple and clear, making the story easy to understand.
One of the most enjoyable aspects of Anay’s book is its focus on action and adventure. The chapter titles, such as “Bad Gravity,” “Fire! Balls,” and “Stars,” give readers a glimpse into the thrilling adventures that await them. Anay’s debut book has been titled best-seller on Amazon’s international online platform for children’s comics- a remarkable achievement for a boy of his age.
What’s remarkable about Anay is his sheer determination to achieve his goals. He loves writing, painting, drawing, and storytelling, and his passion for comics can be seen in his eyes. He has created his debut book almost entirely on his own, from editing to illustrations. Anay’s commitment to his craft is an inspiration to many children who are unsure about what they want to do when they grow up. He has already set a goal to become a best-selling author, and with his talent and passion, it is highly probable that he will achieve it. Anay’s aspirations are a reminder to all that dreams can be achieved regardless of age. His love for books and sketches at such a young age is commendable and is a reason for everyone to appreciate his work.
In conclusion, Anay is a talented and passionate young boy who inspires many. His love for books and art at such a young age is admirable. “Galaxy Strike and the New Villains Arise” is a must-read for fans of space adventures and thrilling stories. Do not miss this exciting comic book, especially for children, illustrated with amazing sketches.